Bridgwater Town Council
Welcome to Bridgwater Town Council working with the community for the Community.
Visit Bridgwater
Bridgwater is a market town located in Somerset, South West England. Bridgwater is located on J23 and J24 on the M5. It is pleasantly situated, on the edge of the Somerset Levels, having on the east the Mendip range and on the west the Quantock hills.
The town lies along both sides of the River Parrett, 10 miles from its mouth. Bridgwater is home to stunning heritage.
Latest COVID-19 News
It’s not too late to get your covid jabs this summer
People in Somerset who have not yet had their COVID-19 vaccinations are being encouraged to come forward over the summer. Councillor Adam Dance, Somerset County…
Somerset’s Director of Public Health urges caution after new Covid measures announced
Trudi Grant, Director of Public Health for Somerset, warns Somerset residents that Covid is not over yet with cases remaining high in Somerset after central…
Somerset’s Covid-19 Weekly Update 21 January 2022
Welcome to the latest edition of the weekly Somerset Covid-19 update for key stakeholders. This update is produced on behalf of the Somerset Covid-19 Engagement…
New Covid testing site in Bridgwater for those with symptoms
Omicron case numbers in the South-West are still very high, so people with symptoms in the Bridgwater area are being urged to use a newly…
Latest News
Bridgwater explores plans for New Municipal Bus Operator
Bridgwater Town Council has agreed to explore ambitious plans to establish a municipal bus operator, aimed at transforming public transport across the town and surrounding…
Bridgwater explores plans for New Municipal Bus Operator
Bridgwater Town Council has agreed to explore ambitious plans to establish a municipal bus operator, aimed at transforming public transport across the town and surrounding…
News
Bridgwater explores plans for New Municipal Bus Operator
Bridgwater Town Council has agreed to explore ambitious plans to establish a municipal bus operator, aimed at transforming public transport across the town and surrounding…
Town Council welcomes return of parking on Salmon Parade
Bridgwater Town Council has welcomed the decision to reinstate parking spaces on Salmon Parade, describing it as a positive step that reflects the concerns raised…
New ‘Yoga in the Park’ Initiative Launches in Bridgwater for Summer 2026
Following a highly successful season of outdoor yoga across Somerset last year, a new community-focused initiative, Yoga in the Park, is set to launch this…
Planning Committee Raises Strong Objections to HMO Proposals
Bridgwater Town Council’s Planning Committee met on Thursday 7 May 2026 to consider a range of planning applications, with particular focus on two proposals relating…
Upcoming Events
Bridgwater, nestled on the banks of the River Parrett, in the heart of the Somerset Levels, is one of the largest towns in Somerset. Bridgwater and the surrounding area plays host to many events.
